Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dutch Neck Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutch Neck Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
62%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
16%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutch Neck Elementary School's ranking?
Dutch Neck Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dutch Neck Elementary School often compared to?
Dutch Neck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurice Hawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dutch Neck Elementary School?
660 students attend Dutch Neck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dutch Neck Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutch Neck Elementary School?
Dutch Neck Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dutch Neck Elementary School offer ?
Dutch Neck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Dutch Neck Elementary School part of?
Dutch Neck Elementary School is part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District.
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